Fox 40 Academy Camp

FOX 40 ACADEMY CAMP

Established in 1988 by FOX 40

The FOX 40 Academy Camp is held in affiliation with the Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials

NEW DATES FOR 2026!!

Registration for the 2026 camp is NOW OPEN!

2026 Fox 40 Academy Camp Registration

Camp notes / information:

• The 2-day camp is offered at a cost of only $25(*) thanks to sponsorship from Fox 40 and the Hamilton Board of Approved Basketball Officials
  • (*) The $25 camp registration fee will be refunded for those that register as members of the Hamilton Board in September, making the camp cost FREE.
• Previous refereeing experience is not necessary
• Attendance on both days is required
• Bring running shoes, shorts & a T-shirt and come prepared to referee. Please also bring a pen and pad of paper to take notes during the education sessions
• Please note that the Camp is for current and prospective members of the Hamilton Board only. Attendees outside the Hamilton Board geographical region may be permitted if the camp does not reach capacity.
• Participants must be at least 16 years old as of the coming September 1 to attend and to join the Hamilton Board. For more information on becoming a member of our Board please see the New Officials FAQ

Sample Schedule (subject to change):

• Registration – 8:15
• Morning education session and game scrimmages – 8:30am to 11:45am
• Lunch – 11:45am to 12:30pm
• Afternoon education session and game scrimmages – 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Please complete the Registration Form and submit payment to secure your spot. Pre-payment is required – payments will not be accepted at the camp.

2022 Camp – News Coverage

Thank you to CHCH TV for their coverage of the 2022 Fox 40 officials camp.

2018 Camp Photo

2016 Camp Photos

2015 Camp Photos – Courtesy Larry Snaidero & Jan Bays

2013 Camp Photos – Courtesy Jan Bielak